# Getting Started

## Making Your First Map

This page will guide you through the process of creating your first map on Backtrack and get you acquainted with the basics.

### Step 1: Log in or sign up

* **Desktop**: visit [backtrackmaps.com/maps](https://www.backtrackmaps.com/maps) and log in or create an account.
* **Mobile**: download from the [App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/id1587030105) 

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### Step 2: Create a map

A map in Backtrack is a collection of features and layers. You'll usually create a new map for each new objective you have.

Let's create a sample map now.

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### Step 3: Add a feature

Features are the routes & markers that make up your map. Let's create a test route to see how it works.

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### Step 4: Add a layer

Backtrack has many powerful map layers and the ability to stack as many as you want. Try adding one now to see how it works.

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### Step 5: View your map on mobile

Download Backtrack from the [App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/id1587030105) and login to view the map you just created.

If you're already on mobile, remember that you can always edit your maps on desktop at [backtrackmaps.com](https://www.backtrackmaps.com) and your changes will be synced across all your devices in real-time.


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